Shane Bowers v. HHS - Tdap, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2021)

Shane Bowers filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging that a Tdap vaccine received on April 24, 2018, caused him to suffer a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). The respondent conceded entitlement to compensation, noting that Mr.

Bowers had no prior history of shoulder pain, his pain and reduced range of motion occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination and were limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained his symptoms. The case proceeded as a Table injury claim.

On February 18, 2021, a ruling on entitlement was issued, finding Mr. Bowers entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on April 9, 2021, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, recommending an award of $60,000.00. Mr.

Bowers agreed with this proffered award. On May 13, 2021, the Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding Mr.

Bowers a lump sum payment of $60,000.00, representing compensation for all damages available under the Vaccine Act.